Your menstrual cycle is not just about your period bleed. In fact, your period bleed is only a small part of the menstrual cycle. There are other cycle phases to be aware of. If you have a period, then on any given day you are in one phase or another of the menstrual cycle. There are 4 menstrual cycle phases.

Waiting for your first period. You want it because your friends have theirs and you feel like a bit of an outsider without it, but then part of you isn’t desperate for it because it sounds like a bit of a hassle (less so with Modibodi RED by the way – even swimming lessons are sorted 😊) But how do you know what’s normal, or when to see a doctor?  

Yasmin is 16 and like most teens, she has an opinion on many things; the environment, education, government choices... the list goes on. Here's her beef with the recent news about free sanitary products in Victorian schools.

Basins and communists and lingonberries, Oh My!? Believe it or not, today we're investigating global period slang. Click for RED by Modibodi's hot take on period name-calling and a list of the world's wackiest euphemisms for period-ing.

Ever wondered why your breasts ache during your period? Well, you're in luck! RED by Modibodi is investigating sore "period boobs" today. Click for the rundown on why breast pain occurs and what you can do to relieve it.

Whether you're gearing up to start your period or you're already a pro period-er, there are a few things you should know about the colour of your period blood. RED by Modibodi sat down with Dr. Natasha Andreadis for the rundown. Stay tuned to learn all the fun facts on what range of the rainbow to expect!

Want to track your period? Check out RED by Modibodi's rundown on the best apps for tracking your cycle and your symptoms.

Period cramps making you feel some type of way? Read for the rundown on the causes of period pains, how to relieve menstrual cramps (think: bubble baths, hot packs, and gentle exercise), and when you might want to consider talking to your doctor.

The world of periods can be a pretty daunting place, so it’s no surprise that there are a heap of Google enquiries about all the things that can g...